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Susan Daffer Obituary

DAFFER (Gholson), Susan

Susan Gholson Daffer passed away in hospice care on October 21, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Bob Daffer; and her daughter, Allie. Bob has three children: Ben, Rachel and Stephen. Susan was a beloved nana to Rachel's three children. Susan also has four siblings: Beverly, Linda, Alex and Mary Ann, along with their spouses, children, and grandchildren.

Susan was born on February 24, 1956. She was a lifetime resident of Atlanta. She attended Sarah R. Smith ES, Dykes HS, and UGA. Susan had a successful career as a marketing manager in the restaurant industry.

Susan had a deep passion for life and the people she loved. Adventurous and always "all in," she filled every room with her energy and beautiful smile. She enjoyed many interests: gourmet cooking with her beloved daughter Allie, tennis teams, book clubs, traveling, gardening, and chasing music. She was a rabid Bulldog fan, and danced the night away enjoying at least 13 Rolling Stones concerts over the years!

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2025, 11 AM, in the Chapel at Peachtree Road Methodist Church. Susan was a faithful lifetime member! She will be greatly missed by everyone. RIP, sweet girl!

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Nov. 2, 2025.

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for Susan Daffer

Dec

11

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Peachtree Road Methodist Church

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5 Entries

JF

November 5, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Neighbor

November 4, 2025

Offering my heartfelt condolences in behalf of the Daffer family in this time of grief.. May the memories shared fill your hearts with joy during this difficult time

Kathy Tefft

October 31, 2025

Hey family, I am so sad to hear of Susan´s passing. Such a lovely person and glad she was able to give you many years of happiness. I love you all and pray for blessings of comfort.
Aunt Kathy

Kathy Wilson-Chu

October 31, 2025

Dear Allie and Bob,
Our hearts are with you. We'll miss Susan. We'll be at her celebration of life to help honor her.
Take care,
Kathy and Norman

Chris and Debbie Gaulden

October 29, 2025

Dear Bob and your entire family. We are saddened for your loss of one so dear. May your good memories overflow and give you comfort during this difficult time. Love, Chris and Debbie Gaulden

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